Reviewed by the Benton Metal Depot team · Updated
A garage doesn't have to be just a place to park the car. Property owners in Thayer can use metal garages to store cleaning equipment, different kinds of tools, storage and it can be used as a work space, too. Benton Metal Depot serves customers across Colleton and can help you find the building depending on how the space will actually be used.
Key Points
- ◦Delivery to Thayer is currently estimated at 1 to 2 weeks.
- ◦Check the permit and setback rules before deciding exactly where the garage will go.
- ◦Benton Metal Depot is approximately 114.7 miles from Thayer.
- ◦A metal garage can be used as parking, storage, equipment and work space under the same roof.
- ◦Doors, windows and other selections can change the final cost of a garage.
At a Glance
| Permit threshold |
Not found — Colleton County FAQ confirms zoning permits are required for accessory structures like "sheds, fences, barns" without stating a sqft exemption; both a building permit and a zoning permit are typically needed. Needs direct confirmation (843-549-1709).
As of 2026 · Source |
|---|---|
| Setback (side/rear) |
Accessory buildings must be separated from the principal structure or other accessory structures by at least 5 ft; district-specific side/rear property-line setback figures for accessory structures were not retrieved from available excerpts.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Wind load zone |
Colleton County is classified in secondary sources as a Coastal High-Hazard Wind Zone (>130 mph, ASCE 7-16/7-22, Risk Category II) within roughly 1 mile of the mean high-water line, tapering toward inland-SC levels (~115-120 mph) further from the coast/tidal rivers. NOT verified against a primary county map; must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official, especially given how much Colleton's interior extends from the ACE Basin coastline.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Panel type/gauge |
29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
As of 2026 · Source |
| Drive time from Statesboro |
133
As of 2026 · Source |
Permits & Setbacks in Colleton County
Colleton treats a metal garage like any other accessory structure: under Not found — Colleton County FAQ confirms zoning permits are required for accessory structures like "sheds, fences, barns" without stating a sqft exemption; both a building permit and a zoning permit are typically needed. Needs direct confirmation (843-549-1709). square feet, Colleton County Planning and Development Department (Building Code Administration) typically doesn't require a full permit, but the Accessory buildings must be separated from the principal structure or other accessory structures by at least 5 ft; district-specific side/rear property-line setback figures for accessory structures were not retrieved from available excerpts. setback rule still governs where it can sit on the lot.
Delivery to Thayer
Metal garage delivery to Thayer can take about 1 to 2 weeks. Use that time to take care of permits and get the site ready if work is needed beforehand. If you're hiring someone for grading or concrete, coordinate those jobs around the delivery schedule instead of trying to squeeze everything in at the last minute.
Representative product photo — a Colleton County-specific project photo is pending (rotates in from Trey's weekly upload per the freshness cadence).
FAQ
Can I put a metal garage beside my house?
You may be able to, but don't assume every open spot on the property is buildable. Colleton County Planning and Development Department (Building Code Administration) has requirements that can affect garage placement, including a current setback of Accessory buildings must be separated from the principal structure or other accessory structures by at least 5 ft; district-specific side/rear property-line setback figures for accessory structures were not retrieved from available excerpts.. Check the rules for your address before choosing the location, particularly if you're working with limited room between the house and property line.
How much extra room should I allow around my vehicles?
Don't measure a car and make the garage barely wider than the vehicle. You need enough room to open the doors, get in and out, walk around it and reach anything stored nearby. With two vehicles, remember the space between them too. Adding a little breathing room during planning can make a big difference once you use the garage every day.
Do I need a permit for a metal garage in Thayer?
That depends on the garage and the requirements of Colleton County Planning and Development Department (Building Code Administration). The current rule requires a permit once the garage exceeds Not found — Colleton County FAQ confirms zoning permits are required for accessory structures like "sheds, fences, barns" without stating a sqft exemption; both a building permit and a zoning permit are typically needed. Needs direct confirmation (843-549-1709). square feet. Check before doing any permanent site work. There may be other requirements tied to your property as well, so getting an answer early can save you from having to change plans later.
Can I use a metal garage just for storage?
Yes. Cars don't have to be part of the equation at all. A metal garage can give you enclosed space for tools, lawn equipment, recreational gear and other belongings. If storage is the main purpose, think about shelving and aisle space while planning the building so everything remains accessible once the garage starts filling up.
Can I use my metal garage as a workshop too?
Definitely! Just plan for the workshop before deciding on the garage size. A workbench, toolboxes, shelving and equipment can eat up a lot of floor space, especially when you're also parking a vehicle inside. Make sure to give yourself enough room to work comfortably instead of trying to fit a workshop into whatever space happens to be left over.
Can my metal garage have windows and different doors?
The available configuration depends on the garage package, but doors and windows should be considered while you're planning the layout. Think about where vehicles will enter, where you want a regular walk door and whether natural light is needed inside. Making those decisions early helps you choose a layout that works instead of adding features wherever they'll fit.
What can I keep in a metal garage?
Cars and trucks are obvious, but metal garages can also hold lawn equipment, tools, recreational gear and general storage. Larger buildings can leave room for work areas, too. Make a list of what you intend to keep inside before choosing the building size. It's easy to underestimate how quickly floor space disappears.
What do I need to do to my property before the garage arrives?
First, decide exactly where the garage will go and check the permit and setback requirements with Colleton County Planning and Development Department (Building Code Administration). Then follow the site requirements for the garage you've selected. Any grading, concrete or other preparation should be based on the final building specifications. Don't prepare the site using rough dimensions if the building hasn't been finalized.
Definitions
- ◦ Walk Door
- A regular entry door that lets you enter the garage without opening one of the larger vehicle doors.
- ◦ Fastener
- A screw or other connector used to hold metal panels and building components securely in place.
- ◦ Roof Pitch
- How steep the roof is, usually described by how much it rises over a set horizontal distance.
- ◦ Ridge
- The top line of a pitched roof where the two sloping sides come together.
- ◦ Roof Panel
- A formed sheet of metal that makes up part of the garage's exterior roof surface.
- ◦ Building Footprint
- The amount of ground the garage takes up, based on its outside width and length.
- ◦ Concrete Slab
- A flat poured-concrete surface commonly used as the finished floor and part of the foundation system for a garage.
- ◦ Overhead Door
- The large door that opens upward to let cars, trucks or equipment move in and out of the garage.
- ◦ Building Permit
- Approval from the local government to construct a building under the building and zoning rules that apply to the property.
- ◦ Eave Height
- The height of the sidewall measured to the point where the wall and roof meet.
Thayer, Colleton County — At a Glance
- Permit Authority Name
- Colleton County Planning and Development Department (Building Code Administration)
- Permit Authority Url
- https://www.colletoncounty.org/planning-development/building-code-administration
- Permit Threshold Sqft
- Not found — Colleton County FAQ confirms zoning permits are required for accessory structures like "sheds, fences, barns" without stating a sqft exemption; both a building permit and a zoning permit are typically needed. Needs direct confirmation (843-549-1709).
- Setback Feet Side Rear
- Accessory buildings must be separated from the principal structure or other accessory structures by at least 5 ft; district-specific side/rear property-line setback figures for accessory structures were not retrieved from available excerpts.
- Wind Load Zone
- Colleton County is classified in secondary sources as a Coastal High-Hazard Wind Zone (>130 mph, ASCE 7-16/7-22, Risk Category II) within roughly 1 mile of the mean high-water line, tapering toward inland-SC levels (~115-120 mph) further from the coast/tidal rivers. NOT verified against a primary county map; must be confirmed with a SC-licensed engineer or the county building official, especially given how much Colleton's interior extends from the ACE Basin coastline.
- Coastal
- 1
- Drive Miles
- 114.7
- Drive Minutes
- 133
- Nearby Towns
- Rhodes Crossroads, Stokes, Ritter, Pringle Bend
- Delivery Weeks In Stock
- 1
- Delivery Weeks Custom
- 2
- Panel Type Gauge
- 29-gauge and 26-gauge Rib panels -- Benton's existing standard gauge/profile for pole-barn, carport, and agricultural structures.
- Color Count
- 7
Why Benton Metal Depot
Benton Metal Depot manufactures metal products in Statesboro and has served residential, agricultural and commercial customers since 2004. For someone building a garage in Thayer, that means working with a regional metal supplier rather than trying to piece the project together from unrelated sources. The garage package can be quoted around the specifications of the project.
Ready to talk through your metal garages project in Thayer?
Sources
- Internal: category-data.php (pole-barns / agricultural-pole-barns copy) (2026)
- color-collection.php Weather XL Rib/PBR color chart: Polar White, Pebble Gray, Granite, Onyx, Vanilla, Sand, Chocolate (29ga; 5 of the 7 also available in 26ga). Real Benton color count for this panel line -- not confirmed as the specific palette Jim/Trey intend to offer for metal garages. (2026)
- https://www.colletoncounty.org/planning-development/building-code-administration (2026)
- https://www.colletoncounty.org/faq/when-do-i-need-zoning-permit (2026)
- Colleton County Code of Ordinances, Title 14.08 (Zoning), https://www.colletoncounty.org/sites/default/files/uploads/planning_dev/2022%20Ordinance%20Update/2022-update-zoning-ordinance.pdf — needs direct lookup of the district yard table (2026)
- Aggregated from windload.solutions and similar secondary sources — no primary Colleton County wind map found (2026)
- Given/client spec — Colleton County is a coastal South Carolina county (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: GeoNames zip centroid -> OSRM public routing engine (real driving route from Statesboro, Bulloch County, GA). Deterministic and reproducible, but a free public demo routing server, not Google Maps -- spot-check a sample before confirming. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: same OSRM routing result as drive_miles, converted from seconds. (2026)
- Computed 2026-09-16: 4 nearest cities in benton_service_area_cities.php by straight-line (haversine) distance from zip centroid. (2026)
- Bulk-set via dev-fact-review.php (2026)
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